Hydrologist
Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; and study the form and intensity of precipitation and its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and return to the ocean and atmosphere.
At a Glance
Hydrologist. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Top skills: HEC-RAS, Hydrology, ArcGIS (GIS Software).
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Bachelor's degree
Varies
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Hydrologists
Median Wage
$92,060/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-0.1%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (24)
Hydrology
ArcGIS (GIS Software)
Groundwater Flow
Hydrogeology
Geology
Total Maximum Daily Load
Storm Drains
AutoCAD
AutoCAD Civil 3D
MODFLOW
GIS Applications
Feasibility Studies
Geographic Information Systems
HEC-HMS (Hydrologic Modeling System)
Water Quality
Hydraulics
Business Development
Water Resource Management
Master Planning
Water Resources
Technical Leadership
Groundwater
Surface Water
Common Skills (4)
Certifications (2)
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Professional Geologist (PG) License
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